Coconut flour cookies

Who doesn’t love a chewy holiday cookie studded with red and green candies? These coconut flour candy cookies are perfect to make for the holidays! Especially if you are looking for a gluten free dessert recipe. Since these cookies are made with coconut flour they are naturally gluten and grain free. So they are perfect for anyone with a gluten allergy or really anyone else who wants a delicious (and wholesome) cookie! Coconut flour is an interesting flour as it is quite starchy and absorbs a lot of liquid while baking. It contains more fiber and protein than regular flour as well. For tips and tricks and all the ingredient details keep reading below!

Ingredients you’ll need for coconut flour cookies

You only need eight simple ingredients to make these coconut cookies!

• Coconut flour is the main flour we are working with. We will be using 2/3 cup.

• Baking powder will help puff up these cookies. We will use one teaspoon!

• Eggs help bind all the ingredients together. For this recipe we we will need one egg plug one egg yolk.

• Smooth almond butter adds texture and flavor. Make sure to use smooth and creamy almond butter as chunky nut butter will alter the texture of these cookies.

• Maple syrup to sweeten things up! Pure maple syrup is a great all natural sweetener.

• Refined coconut oil or butter is the baking fat used as it is neutral in taste. Make sure the oil or butter is melted and cooled. Please note if you use coconut oil, the cookies will have a stronger coconut taste.

• A splash of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor! Just one teaspoon.

• Last but not least, M&M’s or chocolate chips (whichever you prefer)! If you are making these cookies for the holiday I recommend using holiday colored candies.

How to make coconut flour cookies

Follow the easy six steps below to whip up this holiday cookie recipe.

STEP 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

STEP 2

In a medium bowl add the dry ingredients: coconut flour and baking powder. Mix together until combined.

STEP 3

In a large bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil and vanilla. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.

STEP 4

Now fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Add in the coconut flour and baking powder to the wet mixture and use a spoon or spatula to fold the mixture until combined.

STEP 5

Fold in the m&m’s. The best part – time to fold in the m&m’s!

STEP 6

Scoop and bake! Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, scoop 18 cookies onto your baking sheet (press extra m&m’s into the top of each cookie if you choose). Bake for 10-12 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly and then enjoy!

Tips for making the best holiday cookies

If you like cookies with soft centers that a studded with delicious candies, then these are the cookies for you! I have outlined few tips and tricks for making the best coconut flour cookies.

• Combine the coconut flour and baking powder in a small bowl separate from the wet ingredients. This will prevent over mixing.

• Whisk together eggs, almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil (or butter), and vanilla in a large bowl until fully combined and then stir in the dry flour mixture. This will ensure all the ingredients blend nicely.

• Fold the m&m’s into the batter with a spoon or a spatula just until combined. Don’t over mix!

• Press a few extra m&m’s into the top of each cookie before you bake them to make the tops of each cookie look pretty!

Baking with coconut flour

For this recipe, coconut flour is the main flour we are working with as it makes up the base of this cookie. Baking with coconut flour can be tricky (sometime I am hesitant to bake with it) as it soaks up a lot of moisture when it bakes. So you need to make sure you add enough moisture to create nicely textured baked goods. Adding more eggs and liquid to the coconut flour makes the perfect consistency and texture for baked goods.

A few other items to note when baking with coconut flour:

• Coconut flour has a slight coconut taste and smell but it blends nicely with the creamy almond butter in this recipe.
• It also has many benefits! Nutritionally speaking, it’s naturally gluten free, rich in fiber and fat, and low in carbohydrates.

How to store these holiday cookies

Once these cookies have fully cooled, store them in an airtight container on the counter for 2-3 days. They can also be stored in the fridge for up to a week! I find it best to store leftover cookies in the fridge as they last much longer. Additionally, you can store these in a freezer friendly bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. To defrost the cookies from the freezer, simply let them thaw at room temperature or defrost them in the microwave.

Other cookie recipes you’ll love

Here are some other cookie recipes you’re going to love:

• Paleo Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – another fun holiday cookie recipe tossed in powdered sugar.

• Chewy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies – a go-to chewy chocolate chip cookie recipe that doesn’t disappoint.

• Healthy Butter Pecan Cookies – whip up butter pecan cookies instead of pecan pie!

• White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies – oat flour cookies studded with white chocolate and dried cranberries.

If you love this coconut flour cookie recipe, I would really appreciate a review. Your feedback and support means so much to me! It helps me continue to do what I love and create delicious recipes for you. For more recipe inspiration, you can also find and tag me on instagram: @braesbites

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Coconut Flour Candy Cookies (Gluten Free)

Coconut flour candy cookies are soft and chewy. These cute candy cookies are made from a mixture of coconut flour, almond butter and M&M candies. They also only require 8 ingredients that you probably already have on hand!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword coconut flour candy cookies, coconut flour cookies, easy holiday cookie recipe, healthy cookie recipe, holiday cookie recipe, m&m cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 15

Calories 137kcal

Equipment

• Baking Sheets

Ingredients

• ⅔ cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 egg + 1 egg yolk
• ½ cup smooth almond butter
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• ¼ cup butter OR refined coconut oil melted
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ½ cup m&m OR chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl add the dry ingredients: coconut flour and baking powder. Mix until combined.
• In a large bowl, add wet ingredients: eggs, almond butter, maple syrup, butter (or coconut oil) and vanilla. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
• Now fold in the coconut flour and baking powder to the wet mixture. Use a spoon or spatula to fold the mixture until combined.
• Now fold in the m&m candies.
• Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, scoop 15 cookies onto your baking sheet (press extra candies into the top of each cookie!)
• Bake for 10-12 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly and then enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 69mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg

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Double chocolate chip cookies

Everyone needs a go-to double chocolate chip cookie recipe (especially when you want to switch things up from traditional chocolate chip cookies, these chocolate cookies are going to become your new favorite recipe). These cookies are made from a base of almond flour, cocoa powder and coconut flour to create perfectly textured cookies. These dry ingredients are combined with your typical cookie ingredients (like eggs, oil and sugar) to create the best almond flour cookies.

Dry ingredients needed for double chocolate chip cookies

You will need the below ten ingredients to whip up these double chocolate chip cookies!

• Almond flour: Almond flour is the main flour in this recipe. You will want to use blanched almond flour as it is made from almonds with skins removed. Blanched almond flour tends to be much finer than almond meal resulting in better textured baked goods.

• Cocoa powder: Next up is cocoa powder. We will be using 1/4 cup to make a rich chocolate flavor. Cocoa powder can be very bitter in flavor. We will be adding pure maple syrup to add sweetness and cut out the bitterness.

• Coconut flour: Coconut flour is a great gluten free flour that pairs nicely with almond flour. We will be using 3 tablespoons in this recipe.

• Baking soda: You will need 1/2 tsp of baking soda as it will help puff up these cookies.

• Salt: Add about a pinch of salt to help enhance the flavor, you will need 1/2 teaspoon.

Wet ingredients needed for double chocolate cookies

• Egg: We will be adding one egg into this recipe because the egg helps bind everything together.

• Avocado oil, refined coconut oil or butter: Next up is refined coconut oil. This is my favorite coconut oil to buy on amazon! It is refined meaning it is neutral in taste and smell (it just gives off a slight coconut flavor). You can also use butter or avocado oil for an even swap.

• Pure maple syrup: Pure maple syrup is a great all natural sweetener that is used to add a little sweetness into these cookies. I love this kind. Make sure to use pure maple syrup and not pancake syrup.

• A splash of pure vanilla extract will help bring all the flavors together.

• Chocolate chips; Lastly, we have chocolate chips! Fold in 1/2 cup of your favorite chocolate morsels. A chocolate cookie base with chocolate chips = pure goodness!

The best chocolate chocolate chip cookies

These chocolate chocolate chip cookies are the best because they have double the chocolate! They are also paleo, gluten free, and so easy to make! They have a soft chewy center and a slightly crisp outside. Plus, you can top them with flaked sea salt to create the best salty and sweet cookie.

First off, the main flour used is almond flour. I love baking with almond flour as it is only made with one ingredient: ground almonds! Which makes it a healthy alternative from traditional flour. It is lower in carb and higher in fat content than traditional flour but it also has many other nutrients like vitamin E and magnesium. Almond flour is great gluten free and paleo baking flour.

Secondly, the other flour used is coconut flour. Baking with coconut flour can be tricky as it absorbs a lot of liquid in baking. I find that adding small amounts of coconut flour in combination with almond flour allows for the perfect consistency. You can typically find coconut flour at your local grocery store or you can order a large bag on Amazon.

Lastly, you will love these cookies because they only require ten ingredients that you probably have on hand. A simple double chocolate cookie recipe? Sign me up! In addition to the almond flour and coconut flour you will need: cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, egg, coconut oil, maple syrup and chocolate chips.

Cooking supplies needed for double chocolate chip cookies

For this double chocolate chip cookie recipe you will need a few traditional baking items (nothing fancy!). Here are the supplies you’ll need:

• Cookie tray
• Parchment paper or non stick cooking spray
• Large mixing bowl
• Medium mixing bowl
• Mixing Spoon or whisk

In addition to the above items you will need a set of measuring cups and measuring spoons.

Why you’ll love these almond flour cookies

These almond flour cookies are so delicious. They require one cup of finely ground almond flour and a few other ingredients you probably have on hand. Here is a few reasons why you’ll love them:

• These almond flour cookies are gluten free and paleo friendly.
• They only require 9 ingredients!
• Almond flour cookies are packed with double the chocolate flavor.
• You can store any leftover cookies in the freezer.
• These chocolate chocolate chip cookies have double the chocolate flavor.
• This cookie recipe is topped with flaked sea salt (optional, but recommended!)
• You can add more chocolate chips for extra chocolate goodness.

Other cookie recipes by Brae’s Bites that you will love

While these double chocolate chip cookies are one of my favorites, definitely try some of my other cookie recipes below.

• Chewy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies – a popular paleo and gluten free chocolate chip cookie!

• Soft and Fluffy Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies – a classic vegan cookie made easy and simple.

• Coconut Flour Candy Cookies – a fun festive treat that is perfect to make for the holidays.

• Almond Flour Cookie Bars – don’t want regular chocolate chip cookies? Turn them into cookie bars!

• Healthy Butter Pecan Cookies – instead of pecan pie, make these browned butter pecan cookies.

Did you make these cookies?

Did you make these chocolate chocolate chip cookies? If so, I would really appreciate a rating and a review down below. Your feedback is super helpful to me and other readers thinking about making this recipe. I love hearing from you and I can’t wait to see what you make!

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Double Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free)

If you love soft and chewy cookies, these double chocolate chip cookies are for you! They are made from a mixture of almond flour, cocoa powder, and coconut flour making them paleo and gluten free.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Double Chocolate Cookies, Gluten Free Cookies, Paleo cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 16 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 146kcal

Equipment

• Baking sheet

Ingredients

• 1 cup almond flour
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• 3 tbsp coconut flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp butter, avocado oil, OR refined coconut oil melted and cooled
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, add the dry ingredients: almond flour, cocoa powder, coconut flour, baking soda and salt. Mix and set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: egg, coconut oil (or avocado oil or butter), maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
• Now pour the dry flour mixture into the wt ingredients and fold just until combined. Then fold in the chocolate chips.
• Scoop 12 cookies onto the cookie sheet and top with additional flaked sea salt. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg

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Bakery style raisin cookies

If you’re a cookie lover like me, you’ll definitely want to try these raisin cookies. They are big, thick, and loaded with raisins and crispy layers. Bakery style cookies are large in size and rich in flavor and texture.

Raisin cookies are a great way to switch up your cookie game. Instead of peanut butter, chocolate chip, or sugar cookies, give these raisin cookies a try! The raisins offer an all natural sweetness and pair perfectly with the gluten free cookie batter. Trust me, you’re going to love them! Definitely keep reading to find all the details and recipe instructions.

Why you’ll love bakery style raisin cookies

• Bakery style cookies are crispy on the outsides with soft middles.
• This recipe is gluten free and paleo friendly.
• These raisin filled cookies are freezer friendly and can be stored for a later date.
• They only require 30 minutes of chill time.
• This recipe is made from a mixture of almond flour, coconut flour and tapioca flour.
• These cookies are thick and chewy.
• Additionally, try these almond flour cookie bars for some more cookie inspiration!

Ingredients needed for gluten free raisin cookies

Here are the ingredients you will need to achieve the best cookies:

Almond flour, coconut flour and tapioca flour are the three main flours we are working with. All three of these flours work really well together to create the best textured cookies.

Baking soda helps puff up these cookies. You’ll need 1/2 teaspoon.

Just a pinch of salt to help enhance the flavor! We will be using 1/4 teaspoon.

One egg helps bind all the ingredients together. A room temperature egg works best as it blends in nicely the batter.

Butter is used as the main baking fat in this recipe. You can use grass fed butter or any butter of your choice.

Coconut sugar is used as the all natural sweetener. We will be using 1/3 cup.

Vanilla extract helps enhance all the flavors. Just one teaspoon!

Just a teaspoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.

Lastly, raisins (of course!) to finish things off. We will be using one full cup of raisins. However, you can use however many raisins you like.

Tips for making the best bakery style cookies

1. Firstly, mix the dry and wet ingredients separately. This will prevent over mixing.
2. Secondly, let the dough chill in the fridge while you preheat your oven. This will prevent the cookies from spreading thin!
3. Thirdly, use a 1/4 measuring cup to scoop and shape the cookie dough! This will allow for thick, uniform cookies.

How to make these gluten free bakery style cookies

STEP 1

Combine the dry ingredients. In a medium bowl combine all the dry ingredients: almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour, baking soda and salt. Mix and set aside.

STEP 2

Whisk the wet ingredients. In a separate large bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients: egg, butter, sugar, vanilla and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and then fold in the dry flour ingredients.

STEP 3

Fold in the raisins. Mix the raisins into the batter. You can use anywhere from 3/4 cup to 1 cup (or more!).

STEP 4

Chill in the fridge. Chill the batter in the fridge for 30 minutes (or more). While you preheat your oven.

STEP 5

Lastly, bake and enjoy! Bake the cookies at 400 degrees for 5 minutes. Then reduce the heat to 350 and bake for another 7 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying.

Possible ingredient variations

If you aren’t a fan of raisins, substitute in chocolate chips! These are great dairy free chocolate chips from amazon. You can also find them at Target or your local grocery store. They are free from top allergens and made with minimal ingredients (I prefer these rather than traditional chocolate chip cookies).

You can use coconut oil instead of melted butter for an even swap! Make sure to use refined coconut oil so the cookies don’t have a strong coconut flavor. You can also try using a vegan butter if you are dairy free.

Also, if you don’t have coconut sugar, use brown sugar or regular white sugar for an even swap.

How to serve these raisin cookies

The options are endless, but here are a few ways you’ll like to enjoy these raisin cookies.

• Serve these raisin cookies with a hot cup of tea (my personal favorite)
• Enjoy them as dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
• Pour a large glass of milk along side a warm raisin cookie. What’s better than cookies and milk!?
• Enjoy these cookies as a mid morning snack along side a cup of coffee
• Or these cookies can be enjoyed just on their own!

How to store these gluten free cookies

Once these cookies have fully cooled, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They will last in the fridge for 4-5 days. Alternatively, they can be stored in the freezer for 3 months! Simply store the cookies in a freezer friendly container and then let them thaw out at room temperature when you are ready to enjoy them.

Other gluten free cookie recipes you’ll love

Definitely try some of my other gluten free cookie recipes below!

Paleo Caramel Thumbprint Cookies

Cassava Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies

Healthy Butter Pecan Cookies

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches (with salted buttercream)

Almond Flour Cookie Bars

Did you make these cookies?

If you make these bakery style raisin cookies, I would really appreciate a rating and a review. I love hearing from you so please don’t forget to rate this recipe or leave a comment down below! Your feedback and support is super helpful to me and to other readers thinking about making this recipe. Also, you can find me on Instagram and Pinterest for more recipe inspiration.

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Gluten Free Raisin Cookies (Jumbo, Healthier)

These bakery style gluten free raisin cookies are delicious, thick, and chewy! They are made from a mixture of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour making them naturally gluten free!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword bakery style cookies, bakery style paleo cookies, gluten free bakery style cookies, Gluten Free Cookies, Paleo cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 12 minutes minutes

Chill time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 324kcal

Ingredients

• 1 cup + 2 tbsp blanched almond flour
• ¼ cup coconut flour
• ¼ cup tapioca flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 egg
• ½ cup grass fed butter melted and cooled
• ⅓ cup coconut sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
• ¾ cup raisins

Instructions

• In a medium bowl add the almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour, baking soda and salt and set aside.
• In a large bowl add the egg, butter, coconut sugar, vanilla extract and lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and combined.
• Now fold in the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Then fold in the raisins.
• Once combined, place your bowl in the fridge for 30 minutes.
• Meanwhile, preheat your oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Using a 1/4 measure cup, scoop 8 cookies onto the baking tray. Bake at 400 for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 and continue baking for 10-11 minutes.
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets until set. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 26IU | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg

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Gluten free pecan sandies

Gluten free pecan sandies bring back SO many childhood memories.

Snack time was always one of the many highlights in elementary school days. It meant free time, time to chat with friends, and of course, compare snacks.

My mom would always pack me cookies and fruit for my school snack. I’m not sure why it was always this combination but I loved it. It’s all about balance right?

The cookies she packed me always changed so, it was always a fun surprise when snack time rolled around.

It was always a great day when I reached into my lunch bag and pulled pecan sandies!

Fast forward 20 years, I knew I wanted to recreate this cookie into my own (more wholesome) recipe. And this cookie recipe is just that!

What are gluten free pecan sandies?

Pecan sandies have a buttery short bread base and are loaded with crunchy pecans. These cookies have a crispy outside and soft middles that melt in your mouth. They are made with almond flour so they are naturally gluten free!

Why you’ll love gluten free pecan sandies

• Firstly, these cookies are gluten free.

• Secondly, this recipe is loaded with candied pecans.

• Gluten free pecan sandies are made with finely ground almond flour.

• Additionally, try these butter pecan cookies for some more cookie inspiration!

• Lastly, these cookies are buttery, slightly crispy, yet soft on the inside.

How to enjoy these pecan shortbread cookies

Enjoy these cookies along side a cup of coffee.

When you’re looking for an afternoon treat, these pecan sandies will do the trick!

These cookies pair perfectly with a cup of warm tea.

Enjoy these cookies after dinner for a buttery sweet dessert.

Ingredients needed for the base of these cookies

The below ingredients are used as the base of these cookies (before we fold in the pecans!).

• Butter, softened to room temperature.
• Powdered sugar will be used as the sweetener.
• A splash of almond milk to add moisture.
• Vanilla helps enhance the flavor of these cookies!
• Almond flour is the main flour used in this recipe.
• Baking soda will help these cookies rise.
• Just a pinch of salt!

Ingredients needed for candied pecans

You will need the below ingredients to make candied pecans.

• Pecans of course!
• Coconut sugar, or brown sugar will work too.
• Pure maple syrup is used as a liquid sweetener.
• And a dash of cinnamon.

How to make these cookies

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. And line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

Make the candied pecans. Start off by making the candied pecans so they cool while you make the cookie dough. Add all the candied pecan ingredients in a sauce pan over medium-low heat. Stir consistently for 2-3 minutes until pecans are coated. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside.

Make the cookie dough. Cream together the butter, powdered sugar, almond milk and vanilla in a stand up mixer. Cream until smooth.

Add in the dry ingredients. Add in the almond flour, baking soda and salt. Continue to mix.

Fold in the candied pecans. Use a spoon or spatula.

Scoop 12 cookies. Use a cookie scoop or a spoon and scoop the cookies onto the baking sheet.

Bake! Bake the cookies for 13-15 minutes. Let them cool for 10 minutes and enjoy!

Other dessert recipes you’ll love

Definitely try some of my other favorite pecan recipes below!

Healthier Maple Pecan Scones

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Pecan Frosting

Paleo Pecan Pie Brownies

Did you make these cookies?

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I can’t wait to see what you make!

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Gluten Free Pecan Sandies (Shortbread, Almond Flour)

Gluten free pecan sandies have an almond flour shortbread base and are loaded with candied pecans. Since they are made with almond flour they are naturally gluten free!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword butter pecan cookies, Gluten Free Cookies, gluten free pecan cookies, pecan shortbread, pecan shortbread cookies

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 14 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 203kcal

Ingredients

Cookie Base

• 6 tbsp butter softened
• ¼ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 ¼ cup almond flour
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt

Candied Pecans

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 3 tbsp coconut sugar
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
• Start off by making the candied pecans so they cool while you make the cookie dough.
• Add all the candied pecan ingredients in a sauce pan over medium-low heat. Stir consistently for 2-3 minutes until pecans are coated. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside.
• Now make the cookie dough. Cream together the butter, powdered sugar, almond milk and vanilla in a stand up mixer. Cream until smooth.
• Add in the almond flour, baking soda and salt. Continue to mix until combined.
• Using a spoon or spatula, fold in the pecans until combined.
• Scoop 12 cookies onto your prepared baking sheet.
• Bake for 13-15 minutes. Let the cookies cool for 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 44mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

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What are s’mores cookies?

These s’mores cookies are made from a gluten free chocolate chip cookie batter. Then, by folding in graham cracker pieces and mini marshmallows we will make the perfect s’mores cookies.

Due to the combination of marshmallows and chocolate, these cookies have a gooey and chewy center.

Ingredients you will need for the best healthy s’mores cookies

• Almond flour: For this recipe we will be using 1 1/2 cup of almond flour. I love this brand from Amazon.
• Coconut flour: We will be adding 1/4 cup of coconut flour to help add texture to these cookies.
• Baking powder: Next up is baking powder. We will need 1 tsp to help puff up these cookies!
• Egg: One egg will help bind everything together.
• Almond butter: Creamy almond butter is used for flavor and texture. You will need 1/3 cup.
• Maple syrup: Pure maple syrup is a great all natural sweetener that adds the perfect amount of sweetness in these cookies. We will mix in 1/3 cup.
• Coconut oil: For this recipe we will be using 1/4 cup of refined coconut oil as it is neutral in taste and smell.
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp of vanilla extract will help enhance the flavor of these cookies.
• Chocolate chunks, mini marshmallows, graham crackers: What is a s’mores cookie without these 3 key ingredients! So we will be mixing in a 1/2 cup of each.

Why you’ll love these healthy s’mores cookies

• First off, they are gluten free.

• Secondly, the centers are soft and the edges are crispy. Making them irresistible!

• Thirdly, the addition of chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows makes the perfect combination.

• Forth, these cookies have the best chewy texture!

• Lastly, if you love cookies made with almond flour, these almond flour cookie bars are my all time favorite!

Other gluten free dessert recipes you’ll love

In addition to these s’mores cookies, definitely try some of my favorite gluten free dessert recipes below!

Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Healthier Double Chocolate Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownies

Almond Flour Blondies

Chewy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies

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The Best Healthy S’more Cookies (Gluten Free)

The best healthy s'mores cookies made from a mixture of almond flour and coconut flour. They are loaded with chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword gluten free cookie recipe, gluten free s’mores cookie, healthy s’mores cookies, s’mores cookies

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 18

Calories 166kcal

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cup blanched almond flour
• ¼ cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 egg large
• ⅓ cup smooth almond butter
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• ¼ cup coconut oil melted and cooled
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup chocolate chip chunks
• ½ cup mini marshmallows
• ½ cup crushed graham cracker pieces

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl add the almond flour, coconut flour and baking powder. Mix and set aside.
• In a large bowl add the egg, almond butter, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
• Now fold the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture. Fold until just combined.
• Now fold in the chocolate chunks, mini marshmallows and crushed graham crackers.
• Scoop the cookies onto the baking sheet. Lightly press them down so they are somewhat flattened (not all the way).
• Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes. Let the cookies cool and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 1mg

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Ingredients needed for healthy butter pecan cookies

• Blanched almond flour
• Oat flour
• Baking powder
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Egg
• Coconut sugar
• Butter
• Vanilla
• Apple cider vinegar

How to make the best healthy butter pecan cookies

First, you want to make your browned butter so it has time to cool. Bring the butter to a boil in a small saucepan and keep a close eye on it for browning. You will notice it will start to smell sweet and nutty and you’ll see brown particles on the bottom on the pan. Once browned, add the butter to a large mixing bowl to cool. Let it cool for at least 10 minutes.

Second, you’ll want to make the candied pecans. You can reuse the same saucepan. Add the pecans, butter and sugar over low heat. Stir mixture until the butter has melted and the pecans are coated with the butter and sugar. Turn off the heat and set aside.

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Now, combine the dry ingredients in a medium bowl: almond flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix and set aside.

And then add the wet ingredients into the large bowl with the cooled browned butter: egg, coconut sugar, vanilla and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until fully combined.

Pour the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix until almost fully combined.

Then add in the candied pecans. Mix a few times until fully incorporated.

Finally, scoop the cookie batter onto the baking sheets. This recipe makes 18 cookies. Bake at 350 for 9-10 minutes. Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying!

Why these healthier browned butter cookies are the best

There are SO many reasons why I love these cookies. They are easy to make, require minimal wholesome ingredients and they are a total crowd pleaser, just to name a few.

Because this cookies don’t require any chill time, they can be made in under 20 minutes. They do require a few steps like browning the butter and candying the pecans but thats it!

These cookies are made from a mixture of oat flour and almond flour. I love baking with these flours as they are wholesome and each only made with one ingredient.

I love using almond flour in baked goods. It is only made with one ingredient: ground almonds! Which makes it a healthy alternative from traditional flour. It is lower in carb and higher in fat content than traditional flour but it also has many other nutrients like vitamin E and magnesium! 

I love baking with oat flour. Finely ground oat flour makes perfectly chewy and fluffy baked goods. And it only has one ingredient: ground oats! 

Lastly, these cookies are a total crowd pleaser. We almost ate the whole batch before sharing them with our friends lol! This recipe makes 18 cookies.

Other cookie recipes you’ll love

If you loved these healthy butter pecan cookies with browned butter, certainly try these other cookie recipes below.

Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Almond Butter Cookies

Double Chocolate Coconut Oil Sea Salt Cookies

Chewy Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies

Flourless Peanut Butter Cookie Sandwiches

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Healthy Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

Healthy butter pecan cookies with a nutty browned butter flavor and crunchy candied pecans. These cookies are irresistible!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword browned butter cookies, butter pecan cookies, oat flour cookie recipe, pecan cookies

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 18

Calories 142kcal

Ingredients

Cookie Batter

• 1 ¼ cup blanched almond flour
• 1 cup oat flour finely ground
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 egg large
• ⅔ cup coconut sugar
• 5 tbsp butter browned
• 1 tsp vanilla
• ½ tsp apple cider vinegar

Candied Pecans

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp coconut sugar

Instructions

• First, make your browned butter. In a small sauce pan add the butter over medium to low heat. Stirring constantly. Bring the butter to a bowl and keep a close eye on it for browning. You will notice it will start to smell sweet and nutty. Once browned add it to a large mixing bowl to cool.
• In the same sauce pan, candy the pecans. Add the pecans, butter and coconut sugar over medium to low heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fully coated and the butter is melted. Set aside to cool.
• Now, preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, add the almond flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Mix and set aside.
• Once the browned butter has cooled for about 10 minutes. Add in the egg, coconut sugar, vanilla and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until combined.
• Now fold in the dry flour ingredients into the wet ingredients. Then fold in the candied pecans.
• Scoop 18 cookies onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 350 for 9-10 minutes.
• Let the cookies cool slightly before enjoying!

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg

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